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Famous amongst Texans for receiving multiple complaints and doing nothing about it. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, often referred to by its acronym 'TCEQ' is the state's version of the federal agency 'EPA' (Environmental Protection Agency). Its sole purpose is to protect the state's public health and natural resources with the three goals of clean air, clean water, and the safe management of waste; as it has stated on its government website. | Famous amongst Texans for receiving multiple complaints and doing nothing about it. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, often referred to by its acronym 'TCEQ' is the state's version of the federal agency 'EPA' (Environmental Protection Agency). Its sole purpose is to protect the state's public health and natural resources with the three goals of clean air, clean water, and the safe management of waste; as it has stated on its government website. But, has it lived up to its standards? short answer: Not exactly. | ||
If you decide to look the TCEQ on your browser; one of the first things that will pop up will include a variety of reports including the ones made by environmental non-profit Public Citizen, stating the multiple | |||
Revision as of 21:22, 25 March 2023
Famous amongst Texans for receiving multiple complaints and doing nothing about it. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, often referred to by its acronym 'TCEQ' is the state's version of the federal agency 'EPA' (Environmental Protection Agency). Its sole purpose is to protect the state's public health and natural resources with the three goals of clean air, clean water, and the safe management of waste; as it has stated on its government website. But, has it lived up to its standards? short answer: Not exactly.
If you decide to look the TCEQ on your browser; one of the first things that will pop up will include a variety of reports including the ones made by environmental non-profit Public Citizen, stating the multiple